New York City Adventure – 5 Days

Day 1: Arrival & Times Square Exploration

Morning: Arrive at JFK/LGA and take a taxi or rideshare to the Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square. Check‑in and freshen up before heading out.

Afternoon: Walk a few blocks to iconic Times Square, marvel at the neon billboards, and snap photos at the famous red carpet area.

Evening: Enjoy an early dinner at a nearby family‑friendly restaurant and take a leisurely stroll through the vibrant Broadway Theater District for a glimpse of the lights.

Day 2: Midtown & Central Park

Morning: Grab breakfast at a local café before heading to the Empire State Building for panoramic city views.

Afternoon: Stroll through Central Park, explore the playgrounds and the iconic Bethesda Fountain, perfect for a 9‑year‑old.

Evening: Dine at a family‑friendly spot near the park, then enjoy a sunset cruise on the Hudson River to see Manhattan’s skyline.

Day 3: Museums & Upper East Side

Morning: Visit the American Museum of Natural History, where the dinosaur fossils and the giant blue whale will delight the child.

Afternoon: Walk along the Museum Mile and explore the Metropolitan Museum of Art (family-friendly galleries).

Evening:

Relax with a casual dinner on the Upper East Side, then stroll through the charming Madison Avenue shops for a relaxed evening.

Day 4: Downtown & Statue of Liberty

Morning: Take the ferry to Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island for an educational tour with the child.

Afternoon: Explore Battery Park and the nearby Wall Street area, including a quick look at the Charging Bull.

Evening: Dine in the vibrant South Street Seaport area and enjoy the waterfront view.

Day 5: Brooklyn and Departure

Morning: Walk across the historic Brooklyn Bridge for stunning photos of Manhattan and Brooklyn skylines.

Afternoon: Spend time at Brooklyn Bridge Park playgrounds and enjoy a picnic while the kids play.

Evening: Return to the hotel to collect luggage, then head to the airport for your flight home.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Times Square – 2 hrs – $0 (public space)
• Broadway Theater District – 1 hr – $0 (walking)
• Empire State Building – 2 hrs – $115 (2 adults $38 each, 1 child $39)
• Central Park – 3 hrs – $0 (public park)
• Hudson River Cruise – 1.5 hrs – $90 (2 adults $30 each, 1 child $30)
• American Museum of Natural History – 3 hrs – $80 (2 adults $30 each, 1 child $20)
• Metropolitan Museum of Art – 2.5 hrs – $70 (2 adults $25 each, 1 child $20)
• Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island – 4 hrs – $120 (2 adults $35 each, 1 child $50)
• Battery Park & Wall Street – 2 hrs – $0
• Brooklyn Bridge – 1.5 hrs – $0
• Brooklyn Bridge Park – 2 hrs – $0
• Meals & Snacks (5 days) – – – $300 (average $20 per person per day)

Total Estimated Cost: $1,080

Tips

If you have extra time, consider adding a day to explore the High Line and the Whitney Museum, or extend your stay in Brooklyn for a culinary tour. To shorten the trip, combine the Empire State Building and Hudson River Cruise into a single morning to free up an afternoon for more park time or early departure.